Alzheimer and Memory Disorder

Alzheimer dementia or Alzheimer disease is among many impairments of the brain and nervous system that not only affect the individual suffering from this condition but the entire family. Memory failure is a hallmark of Alzheimer’s, however, other symptoms include agitation, depression, combat-iveness, suspiciousness, refusal to eat to and resistance to care.

Contrary to common belief, not all disorders of memory are caused by Alzheimer’s disease, nor are all dementia and memory disorders irreversible. Reversible causes such as inadequate nutrition or other physical causes should be considered during a complete evaluation.

The Alzheimer and Memory Disorder Clinic at Okaloosa Mental Health And NeuroPsychiatric Center is designed to address all causes and all types of care for patients with Alzheimer and other memory disorders. Evaluation of patients begins with a consultation with the Neuropsychiatrist (a doctor specializing in diseases of the mind and nervous system). Depending on this consultation, diagnostic, clinical, and neuropsychological testing might be arranged to develop a treatment plan that could include medication, counseling, therapy, and family evaluation and living environment evaluation. Due to the progressive nature of memory disorders, the treatment programs are continuously updated and new recommendations are made to the patient and family.

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